PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Registered Dietitian
Select Medical · Beachwood, OH
$29.00–$43.00/ hour
Registered Dietitian jobs in Canton, OH
The median registered dietitian pay in the Canton area is $31.43 per hour ($65,370 a year), with the typical range running from $28.74 to $35.50. That ranks 180th of 266 U.S. metro areas for registered dietitian pay, and 115th of 251 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Canton. The free report below lists employers near Canton and what they pay.
- $31.43median pay per hour, Canton
- $29–$36typical range per hour
- 60registered dietitians employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Registered Dietitian pay in Canton, OH
The metro median is 7% below the Ohio statewide median of $33.65 per hour. Nationally the median is $35.50 per hour. BLS counts about 60 dietitians and nutritionists employed in the Canton-Massillon metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.78).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.85 | $51,690 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.74 | $59,780 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.43 | $65,370 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.50 | $73,840 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.33 | $83,890 | 14% above U.S. median |
How Canton ranks
- 180th of 266 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 115th of 251 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 8 Ohio metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Dietitians and Nutritionists (SOC 29-1031), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Canton
- Overall prices in Canton-Massillon run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 42% below the U.S. average (index 58.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.43 median hour buys what $35.15 buys at the national price level, 1% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,131
- Per year: $56,574
- Per month: $4,714
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Canton-Massillon metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Canton
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel registered dietitian assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Registered Dietitian roles in Ohio
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Hospitals in Canton
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Canton, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of registered dietitians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aultman Hospital Canton, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Medical Center Canton, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sunrise Vista Health And Wellness Canton, OH | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Registered Dietitian pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akron, OH | 20 mi | $32.78/hr | 189,664 |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 28 mi | $32.78/hr | 50,979 |
| Youngstown, OH | 43 mi | $31.02/hr | 59,123 |
| Parma, OH | 44 mi | $34.91/hr | 79,350 |
| Cleveland, OH | 49 mi | $34.91/hr | 365,379 |
| Elyria, OH | 55 mi | $34.91/hr | 53,604 |
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License and tax basics in Ohio
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do registered dietitians make in Canton, OH?
Registered Dietitians in the Canton-Massillon metro area have a median pay of $31.43 per hour, about $65,370 a year. The middle half earn between $28.74 and $35.50 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Canton a good place for registered dietitians once cost of living is counted?
Canton-Massillon ranks 115th of 251 metro areas for registered dietitian pay after adjusting for local prices, and 180th of 266 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do registered dietitians work in Canton?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Canton, led by Aultman Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Canton as a registered dietitian?
RD credential from the CDR. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Canton?
The federal per diem benchmark in Canton is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Dietitian pay reportCanton, OH · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Abbott LaboratoriesColumbus, OH · 1 wage offer$51.68/ hr$48–$55
- Compass Group USA, Inc.Marietta, OH · 1 wage offer$31.75/ hr$26–$37
- Nationwide Children's HospitalColumbus, OH · 2 wage offers$31.01/ hr$28–$34
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterCincinnati, OH · 1 wage offer$28.50/ hr$28–$28
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$28Median$31.01High$42
6 employer-reported wage offers for Dietitian in federal filings in Ohio, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 Dietitian roles
- Registered DietitianPermanent$29.00–$43.00/ hour
- Dietitian (Advanced Level Practice)Permanent$93k–$121k/ year
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